Cream, Ointment, Topical Solution, non-oral

Bristol-Myers Squibb

Halog (halcinonide) is a corticosteroid used to reduce itching, redness, and swelling associated with many skin conditions

Do not take Halog (halcinonide) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Halog (halcinonide) or to similar medications.

Before using Halog (halcinonide), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, plan on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking or planning to take any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition if you have high blood pressure

Avoid using tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants on a child if Halog (halcinonide) is being used on the child's diaper area. Plastic pants or tight-fitting diapers may increase the chance of absorption of Halog (halcinonide) through the skin and the chance of side effects.

Other: Acne or oily skin; backache; blurring or loss of vision (occurs gradually if certain products have been used near the eye); burning and itching of skin with pinhead-sized red blisters; eye pain (if certain products have been used near the eye); filling or rounding out of the face; increased blood pressure; irregular heartbeat; irregular menstrual periods; irritability; irritation of skin around mouth; loss of appetite; mental depression; muscle cramps, pain, or weakness; nausea; rapid weight gain or loss; reddish purple lines (stretch marks) on arms, face, legs, trunk, or groin; skin color changes; softening of skin; stomach bloating, burning, cramping, or pain; swelling of feet or lower legs; tearing of the skin; unusual bruising; unusual decrease in sexual desire or ability (in men); unusual increase in hair growth, especially on the face; unusual loss of hair, especially on the scalp; unusual tiredness or weakness; vomiting; weakness of the arms, legs, or trunk (severe); worsening of infections

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Halog (halcinonide) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking Halog (halcinonide) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Halog (halcinonide). Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.

Store Halog (halcinonide) at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets.